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Do I need a visa for Egypt from Norway?

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In short

Norwegian nationals need a visa for Egypt. The simplest option is the tourist e-Visa, applied for online before departure on the official Egyptian portal.

This guide is for Norwegian citizens planning a trip to Egypt, from Cairo and the Nile Valley to the Red Sea resorts. Egypt issues an electronic visa (e-Visa) through its national portal, complemented by a visa-on-arrival option at some entry points. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, and the exact fee should be confirmed on the official source.

Do you need a visa?

Yes: Norwegian travellers need a visa to enter Egypt for tourism. The easiest route is the e-Visa applied for online from Norway before the trip. The passport must remain valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date.

How and where to apply

Apply from Norway on the official Egyptian e-Visa portal (visa2egypt.gov.eg): create an account, enter your passport details and pay online. Alternatively, a visa on arrival may be issued at certain international airports, but the pre-arranged e-Visa avoids the queues.

Documents and fees

Prepare a Norwegian passport valid for at least 6 months, a scanned copy of the ID page, an accommodation address in Egypt and, where relevant, evidence of your travel. The fee is not confirmed here — refer to the official visa2egypt.gov.eg portal when you apply.

Processing and tips

Processing time depends on the Egyptian authorities and is not confirmed here — submit your application several days before departure. Keep a printed or digital copy of the approved e-Visa. Check whether a Sinai itinerary falls under specific entry rules on the official source.

Common mistakes

Common errors are an insufficiently valid passport, a typo in the name or passport number, and using unofficial intermediary websites. Use only the visa2egypt.gov.eg portal and check any health requirements, in particular a yellow-fever certificate if you arrive from an at-risk area.

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Essential Egypt information

Capital : Cairo

Egypt is an Arab republic in North Africa, renowned for its ancient civilization and the Nile River. With a young and growing population of 116 million, it holds a strategic role via the Suez Canal. The capital is Cairo, home to 22 million people.

Weather in Cairo

Updated : 2026-07-24 11:15
Sunny
30.4°C
Sunny
Feels like : 29.3°C
Humidity : 43%

Practical travel information

Population : 116,000,000
Languages :
  • arabe
Currency : £ (Egyptian Pound)
Continent : Africa
Area : 1,002,000 km²
Coordinates : Lat: 30.04, Lng: 31.24
Government : Arab Republic
National day : July 23 (Revolution of the Free Officers)

Essential preparations

Timezone : Africa/Cairo
Calling code : +20
Internet domain : .eg
Tap water : unsafe
Driving : Right
Tipping : 10-15% in restaurants
Emergency numbers :
  • Police : 122
  • Ambulance : 123
  • Fire brigade : 180
Electricity : 220V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type F
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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a visa to travel to Egypt from Norway?

A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Norway directly at the Egypt border (allowed duration: 6 months).

How long can you stay in Egypt?

The tourist visa allows a stay of 6 months.

What other visa types exist for Egypt?

Depending on the purpose of stay, Egypt offers among others: Work visa, Student visa, Family residence visa, Retirement visa, Transit visa, Business eVisa.

Data verified on 23/07/2026

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